The POP-01 is an awesome gem, a lesser known type of opal. This pink opal gem stone was mined in Peru and custom cut by expert gem cutters in Thailand. Many gem and jewelry lovers are not aware that their exists, natural pink opal stones. While most people expect quality opals to come from Australian mines, the pink opal gemstone is not found in Australia which is also known as the opal country. Directstones procures pink opals directly from the mines in Peru. We can confidently state that these opals are pink right from the mine itself. Though some gem providers use color enhancing treatments for these opals, such gimmicks are not required if you choose good quality pink opal gemstones. At Directstones you can request for a pink opal gemstone in any shape, size and cut that you need. You do not have to confirm large orders to get your gems, even single piece orders are welcome. Check out more details at http://www.opal.directstones.com/opal-gems-loose-gemstones-ds-01.htm